John Coltrane is best known for weaving together evolved spiritual consciousness with virtuosic jazz chops. Less well known is that he was also an incredible balladeer whose interpretations of romantic classics have survived the tests of time. Nina Simone is best known for combining uncompromising social critique with witty song writing and her distinctively strong yet sultry vocals. However, she was also a Julliard trained piano wizard. ... And so it is: some of our most talented shine so brightly in one aspect that we scarcely recognize the breadth of their gifts. DJ Spinna is one of those talents.
DJ Spinna (www.djspinna.com) is a creative talent who globally and musically transcends genres and limitations. An extraordinary deejay, producer, remixer, and music historian, DJ Spinna possesses a remarkable mix of musical abilities. Spinna's only parameter is that his work must evoke a fresh take on the timeless sounds of soulful music.
DJ Spinna made one of his first impressions on listeners as the producer of The Jigmastas and went on to become a cornerstone of hip hop's golden era providing the musical canvas for lyrical giants like Eminem, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, and Pharaohe Monch. He produced timeless classics with the likes of J-Live, Mr. Complex and The Polyrhythm Addicts and collaborated with hip-hop legends like Sadat X & Grand Puba of Brand Nubian, Masta Ace, Guru, and The Jungle Brothers. At the same time, Spinna built a reputation as a crucial remixer reworking major label hits for the likes of De La Soul, Das EFX, and MC Eiht.
Soon he was turning out remixes for A-List artists from a range of styles including a Mary J. Blige, George Michael duet and a hard-driving soulful remix of Michael Jackson’s "We're Almost There" commissioned by Motown Records. He went on to rework classic marvels by Donald Byrd, Eddie Kendricks, Betty Carter, Roy Ayers, Al Jarreau, and Stevie Wonder. He also remixed cutting edge acts like 4 Hero, the Brand New Heavies, the J Dilla bred Platinum Pied Pipers, Bay Area songstress Goapele, and the trans-Atlantic soul duo, Les Nubian. Spinna even left an indelible mark on the house music scene with his now world-famous remix of Shawn Escoffery's "Days Like This."
All of this production prowess set Spinna up for his landmark solo production album "Here To There" on BBE Records and inspired him to start his own label, Wonderwax, in 2003, as a home for his soulful dance classics and worthy efforts from contemporaries such as Rich Medina, Lady Alma, Blaze, The Free Radikalz, and Selan.
Miraculously, even while garnering his production pedigree, DJ Spinna managed to carve out a reputation as a world-class DJ. DJ Spinna is one of a handful of Deejays that are as well respected for pristine house tempo mixing as they are for their hip hop rooted turntabalism. With his rare combination of skills, DJ Spinna has rocked crowds from Iceland to Dubai, Israel to Australia, South Africa to Japan, and, of course, throughout the US and Europe. Known for his versatility, technicality, showmanship, and crowd control, DJ Spinna has been booked at some of the world's most prestigious venues and festivals rocking long solo sets and collaborating on stage alongside contemporary luminaries like Gilles Peterson, Jazzanova, Joe Claussell, Bugz In The Attic, Osunlade, Q-Tip, Jazzy Jeff, Kenny Dope, DJ Clark Kent, Keb Darge, DJ Scratch (EPMD), DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist.
Perhaps no performance compares, however, to DJ Spinna's celebrated Stevie Wonder tribute parties where, alongside friend and contributor Bobbito Garcia, Spinna takes huge crowds of the soul music faithful on an epic journey through music recorded, written, or inspired by Stevie. Since its New York inception, in 1999, WONDER-Full™ has packed major venues all over the world traveling to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Philadelphia, London, Amsterdam, Stockholm, and Tokyo. The man himself, Stevie Wonder, expressed his appreciation by not only calling into the party and addressing the crowd, but with a special appearance at the WONDER-Full™ 2007 after party and in 2008 where he delivered heart felt speeches with a classic memorable performance. While the event has blossomed into a phenomenon, DJ Spinna and his collaborator, Bobbito, compiled two tribute CDs of Stevie Wonder's music: "The Wonder Of Stevie" and "Wonder Wrote It." It is, therefore, no surprise that DJ Spinna was tapped to remix a release from Stevie's 2005 album "A Time to Love." Spinna's treatment of "My Love is on Fire" provided a solid dance floor groove that complimented the bittersweet soulfulness of Stevie's original track and helped to draw a new generation of listeners into the sound one of soul's living legends. Recently DJ Spinna even performed with Stevie on stage for the Harper's Bazaar 140th anniversary event in New York.
But it doesn’t end with Stevie. DJ Spinna is also the maestro behind the groove of another global blockbuster established in 1999. Soul Slam: Prince vs. Michael Jackson™ is a musical showdown between the two royal icons of soulful pop that takes place on dance floors nationally and globally from Toronto to Tokyo. In fact, visit New York City any given month and you'll find a number of DJ Spinna's themed throw-downs where he turns the catalogue of a pivotal soul music forbearer into an unforgettable dance floor experience. This depth of musical knowledge has earned DJ Spinna a reputation that extends throughout the music world and beyond. This reputation has lead DJ Spinna to a slough of prestigious appearances including deejaying on stage with Erykah Badu, appearing with Nona Hendryx (Labelle), providing the soundtrack for Ashford and Simpson's 2005 white party at their private estate; and rocking Spike Lee's "Brooklyn Loves Michael Jackson" annual tribute party in New York City's Prospect Park from August 2009 on.
Most successful DJ/Producers choose one genre to master. Few have DJ Spinna's ability to handle a wide variety of music with the same intensity, knowledge, and savviness. A musician for the ages, more successes happily await Spinna in the future. Won't you come along for the ride?
KeiStar Productions Presents
SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2012
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
Music By DJ SPINNA
MICHAEL JACKSON (1958-2009 R.I.P) THE KING OF POP With His Royal Clan
&
Honoring THE PRINCE With His Disciples
@ KAI STUDIO
1011 Dean Street (Btwn Franklin & Classon Aves) - Brooklyn, NY
DOORS 10PM-3AM / $20 Pre-Sales Tickets / 21 & Over- ID Required
To Purchase Advance Tickets Click Here > SOUL SLAM (XIX)
KeiStar Productions Presents
SATURDAY JANUARY 27, 2012
MUSIC PROVIDED BY
* THE BROOKLYN BANDITS *
DJ SPINNA * DJ SCRATCH * DJ CLARK KENT
@SANTOS PARTY HOUSE
Doors 10:30PM-4AM / Admission $10 (w) RSVP / 21 & Over- ID Required
96 Lafayette Street (btwn Walker & White Streets) Upstairs - NYC 10013
* ALL AQUARIANS FREE (w) ID B4 Midnight!
RSVP @ keistarproductions@gmail.com
Directions To Santos:
A, C, E, J, M, Z, or # 6 Trains To Canal Street
KeiStar Productions Presents
SATURDAY OCTOBER 29 2011
** HALLOWEEN BASH **
Celebrating The Life & Legacy Of Our Greatest Icons! In True Style...With The Perfect Music & Fashions!
<<< Costumes Recommended But Not Required! >>>
MUSIC BY: DJ SPINNA
KAI STUDIO
1011 Dean Street (Between Classon & Franklin Aves) Brooklyn, NY
DOORS 10PM-3AM / $20 Pre-Sales Tickets / 21 & Over- ID Required
Advance Tickets Available @
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/204052
SPIKE LEE, 40Acres & A Mule Filmworks, Spike DDB & The Great Republic Of Brooklyn
Invite You To
Celebrate The Birthday Of
SATURDAY AUGUST 27 2011
MUSIC BY: DJ SPINNA
PROSPECT PARK
*The Nethermead Field* BROOKLYN, NY
From 12 Noon Till 6 PM
Help Us Sing It!
"Ma Ma Se, Ma Ma Sa, Ma Ma Coo Sa"
Michael Jackson's Life And Musical Legacy Will Remain In Our Lives Forever...We Will Always Continue To Celebrate And Honor His Legacy!
Directions To Prospect Park *Nethermead*
By Public Transportation: (MTA map)
SATURDAY AUGUST 27 2011
w/ Q-Tip & DJ SPINNA
@IRVING PLAZA
17 IRVING PLACE (NYC) 10003
Saturday August 27, 2011 (9:00PM)
Tickets Available @ www.Livenation.com
KeiStar Productions Presents
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3 2011 (Labor Day Weekend)
"MAKE IT FUNKY!" Meets "JUMP N' FUNK"
Music By: DJ SPINNA & RICH MEDINA
Spinning Funky JAMES BROWN Exclusives, Covers, JB Samples & Funky-Soulful Hits Of JBs` God Children & The Afro Funk Pioneer FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI`s Entire Music Catalog, Afro House, Afro Soul and more!
Tribute To The God Father Of Soul JAMES BROWN & To The Afro Beat Pioneer FELA ANIKULAPO KUTI
@SANTOS
96 Lafayette Street (bet. Walker & White Sts) New York, NY - 10013
Doors 10:00PM-4:00AM / Admission $15 / Reduced (w) RSVP / 21 & Over, ID Required
RSVP Strongly Recommended For REDUCED Entry
Email keistarproductions@gmail.com
Directions To Santos
A, C, E, J, M, Z, or # 6 Trains To Canal Street
Keistar Productions Presents
SATURDAY JUNE 25 2011
A Celebration Of
MICHAEL JACKSON'S Life &
Musical Legacy
Music By: DJ SPINNA
Spinning All MJ Exclusives, Covers, Samples, Remixes, etc...
SANTOS
96 Lafayette Street (bet. Walker & White Sts) New York, NY - 10013
Doors 10:30PM-4:00AM / Admission $15 (w) RSVP / 21 & Over, ID Required
...Miss You MJ!!! (R.I.P. 1958-2009)
RSVP Strongly Recommended For Entry
Email keistarproductions@gmail.com
SATURDAY APRIL 9 2011
WONDER-FullTM (XIII)
Annual Tribute To The Wonders Of Stevie
Featuring DJ SPINNA
Where: @ The BK Studio Lofts
525 Waverly Avenue (bet Atlantic Ave & Fulton St.) BKNY
Click Link For Advance Tickets> WONDER-Full Tickets
KeiStar Productions Presents
Celebrating The Life & Legacy Of Our Greatest Musical Icon!
MICHAEL JACKSON (1958-2009 R.I.P)
THE KING OF POP With His Royal Clan
&
Honoring THE PRINCE With His Disciples
Music By DJ SPINNA
SATURDAY APRIL 16 2011
Where: THE UNION SQUARE BALLROOM
27 Union Square West (bet 15th & 16th Streets) NYC 10003
DOORS 10PM-4AM / $20 (w) Advance Tickets - (Limited Number Of Tickets Will Be Available @ The Door) / 21 & Over- ID Required
Advance Tickets Available Here > SOUL SLAM (XVII)
SATURDAY APRIL 9 2011
A Special ARIES BABIES All Night Freebie!
With The * THE BROOKLYN BANDITS *
2 Super Power DJ/Producers Ready To Rock NYC!!!
* DJ SPINNA & DJ CLARK KENT *
Last Month's Installment Of ANYTHING GOES w/ THE BK BANDITS Was So Incredible!...We Had To Do A Re-Cap!
Where: @ SANTOS PARTY HOUSE (Main Floor) 96 Lafayette Street (btwn Walker & White Streets) - NYC 10013
DOORS 10:30PM-4:00AM / Admission $10 (w) RSVP / 21 & Over- ID Required
(A Special All Night ARIES BABIES Freebie! w/ RSVP)
RSVP For The REDUCED & The ARIES BABIES Freebie List @ keistarproductions@gmail.com
Directions To Santos
A, C, E, J, M, Z, or # 6 Trains To Canal Street
* SATURDAY MARCH 26, 2011 *
Where: @ Santos House Party (NYC) - 10:30PM
Music By:
The * BROOKLYN BANDITS *
DJ SPINNA - DJ CLARK KENT
RSVP For The Reduced List > email keistarproductions@gmail.com
* MONDAY MARCH 7, 2011 *
Where: @ KillYourIdol
222 Espanola Way, Miami - FL.
UnderGround Collective's 'Official Jump Off'
10:00PM to 5:00AM
* TUESDAY MARCH 8, 2011 *
@ KillYourIDol
222 Espanola Way, Miami - FL.
BODY MUSIC
10:30AM to 12 NOON
* TUESDAY MARCH 8, 2011 *
@ Electric Pickle
2826 North Miami Ave, Miami - FL
THE LIFT
10:00PM to 4:00AM
* WEDNESDAY MARCH 9, 2011 *
@ CleveLander
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami - FL.
HOUSE YOU!
9:00PM to 5:00AM
* THURSDAY MARCH 10, 2011 *
Beach Plaza
1401 Collins Ave, Miami - FL.
'Do You Wanna BOOGIE?'
12PM to 11PM
* THURSDAY MARCH 10, 2011 *
@ WMC Pool Party
National Hotel 1677 Collins Ave, Miami - FL.
TRIBE
12PM to 11PM
* FRIDAY MARCH 11, 2011 *
@ Vinyl & Kai
1131 Washington Ave, Miami - FL.
ClubHouse Jamboree
8:00PM to 5:00AM
* SATURDAY MARCH 12, 2011 *
@ Shore Club
1901 Collins Ave, Miami - FL.
JUMP N' FUNK
8:00PM to 5:00AM
* SATURDAY JANUARY 29, 2011 *
Where: @ Santos House Party (NYC)
Music By:
The * BROOKLYN BANDITS *
DJ SPINNA - DJ SCRATCH - KENNY DOPE
RSVP For The Reduced List > keistar@keistar.net or email > keistarproductions@gmail.com
* THURSDAY DECEMBER 30, 2010 *
Where: Club LOFT - Nagano, Japan http://www.myspace.com/loftueda
* FRIDAY DECEMBER 31, 2010 *
Where: Club EBISUYA - Okayama, Japan
* SUNDAY JANUARY 2, 2011 *
Where: Club TRIANGLE with Floating Points, Osaka, Japan
* MONDAY JANUARY 3, 2011 *
Where: PRECIOUS HALL — Sapporo, Japan
* SATURDAY JANUARY 8, 2011 *
Where: Club ELEVEN — Tokyo, Japan
* SUNDAY JANUARY 9, 2011 *
Where: Club MAGO — Nagoya, Japan http://www.club-mago.co.jp
* FRIDAY DECEMBER 10, 2010 *
Where: The Echoplex 1822 Sunset Blvd - Los Angeles, CA 90026
RSVP: keistarproductions@gmail.com
SATURDAY DECEMBER 11 2010
Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJ SPINNA (San Francisco, CA)
Where: The Mezzanine, 444 Jessie Street - San Francisco, CA
RSVP: keistarproductions@gmail.com
* SATURDAY OCTOBER 30, 2010 *
KeiStar Productions Presents
SOUL SLAM (XVI) HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE BASH!
Music By DJ SPINNA
@ BACKSTAGE
152 Orchard Street (Between Stanton & Rivington Sts) NYC 10002
10PM / $15 Pre-Sales Tickets - REDUCED (w) Costumes / 21 & Over- ID Required
Pre-Sale Tickets Available @
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/132733
COSTUME CONTEST! Cool PRIZES! (Costumes Are Not Mandatory)
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 13 2010
Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJ SPINNA (Los Angeles, CA)
Where: The Echoplex, 1822 Sunset Blvd - Los Angeles, CA 90026
RSVP: keistarproductions@gmail.com
SUNDAY AUGUST 29 2010
40 Acres and A Mule Filmworks Spike DDB
ON SUNDAY AUGUST 29, 2010
SPIKE LEE & The Great Borough Of Brooklyn
Invite You To
Celebrate The Birthday Of
MICHAEL JACKSON
"THE KING OF POP"
MUSIC BY: DJ SPINNA
@
PROSPECT PARK *The Nethermead Area* BROOKLYN, NY
From 12 Noon Till 5 PM
Help Us Sing It!
"Ma Ma Se, Ma Ma Sa, Ma Ma Coo Sa"
(F or G Train to 15th St./Prospect Park or 7th Ave)
SATURDAY AUGUST 21 2010
*FLAVORS* 90'S PARTY: EAST MEETS WEST PART II
SATURDAY AUGUST 21 2010
Saturday August 21
Nineties Party -> The Golden Years 1990-1999
SPINNA + DJ SCRATCH
@
Element 225 East Houston St. NYC
$10 w/RSVP, $15 at door
21+ with ID
RSVP: keistarproductions@gmail.com
FRIDAY AUGUST 13 2010
In the beautiful surroundings of the Garden Petracane -
"The Argonaughty Boat Parties have rapidly become an unmissable highlihgt for all festival goers."
Music By: DJ SPINNA, as well as Jazzie B, Dennis Ferrer, and many more
Where: The Garden Petrcane, Near Zadar, Croatia
Boat Leaves: 2:00PM, Returns 6:00PM / Admission 15 per BOAT PARTY
CLICK HERE FOR TIX www.suncebeat.com
SATURDAY JULY 31 2010
Pieces 10th Anniversary Party
Music By: DJ SPINNA
Live Performances By: Johnny Valtik & ADM, PIECES "Fashionology" Fashion Show
Where: 1011 Dean Street (at Classon Ave)
Brooklyn, NY
Doors 10:00PM-3:00AM / Admission $20 (w) Advanced Tickets (call 862-600-1987), $30 at the door
SATURDAY JUNE 26 2010
Tribute Event Honoring The Late Great MICHEAL JACKSON - KING OF POP!
Music By: DJ SPINNA
Spinning All MJ Exclusives, Covers, Samples, Remixes, etc...
&
A Special Screening Of The Film
"The Michael Jackson Show"
Where: THE BK STUDIO LOFTS
525 Waverly Avenue - Brooklyn, NY
Doors 9:00PM-3:00AM / Admission $20 (w) Advanced Tickets / 21 & Over, ID Required
SATURDAY MAY 15 2010
Annual Tribute To The Wonders Of Stevie
Music By: DJ SPINNA
Spinning All Stevie Exclusives, Covers, Samples, Remixes, etc...
@ BLVD - CRASH MANSION
199 Bowery (Between Spring & Rivington Sts) NYC
Doors 10PM-4AM / Admission $20 (w) Advanced Tickets / 21 & Over, ID Required
Click here for presale tix
RSVP below
SATURDAY APR 17 2010
It's That Time Of Year Again! KeiStar Productions' Legendary Event SOUL SLAM (Part 15) Will Set The Tone For The Ultimate Spring Event of 2010 In Beautiful New York City.
Where: BLVD-CRASH MANSION! @ 199 Bowery btwn Spring & Rivington Streets (NYC) 10002
DJ SPINNA Will Be Rockin' The Best Of The PRINCE & THE KING OF POP (R.I.P.)
Limited REDUCED Pre-Sale Tickets Available Now
Click here for presale tix
RSVP below
SATURDAY MAR 6 2010
Where: The Newly Renovated * LOVE *
179 MacDougal Street (at 8th Street) NYC 10011
DOORS 10PM-4AM / Admission $5 (w) Flyer Or RSVP / 21 & Over- ID Required
RSVP below
WEDNESDAY JAN 20 2010
*JOURNEY* After Work w/DJ SPINNA **Monthly Residency** @ Crash Mansion
Where: Crash Mansion, 199 Bowery (bet Spring & Rivington Sts) NYC
7PM Till 11PM / FREE (w) RSVP / 21+
RSVP > DJSPINNA.COM or WWW.KEISTAR.NET
NEXT MUSICAL JOURNEY w/ DJ SPINNA- Wednesday January 20th, Wednesday February 17th, 2010
SUNDAY JAN 10 2010
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Club Mago, Nagoya, Japan
www.club-mago.co.jp
FRIDAY JAN 8 2010
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Riverside Lounge, Kyoto, Japan
www.riverside-lounge.net
SUNDAY JAN 3 2010
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Manier, Kanazawa, Japan
www.mairo.com/manier
SATURDAY JAN 2 2010
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Club Mars, Okayama, Japan
www.mars-childclan.com
FRIDAY JAN 1 2010
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Sound Channel, Osaka, Japan
www.sound-channel.jp
THURSDAY DEC 31 2009
Special Countdown Party!! "Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Microcosmos, Tokyo, Japan
www.microcosmos-tokyo.com
TUESDAY DEC 29 2009
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Club NUTS, Tokyo, Japan
www.clubnuts.net
FRIDAY DEC 25 2009
"Anything Goes" w/DJ SPINNA (Japan Tour 09-10)
Where: Club Loft, Nagano, Japan
www.myspace.com/loftueda
SATURDAY DEC 12 2009
WONDER-FullTM - Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJs SPINNA & BOBBITO in San Francisco
Mezzanine, San Francisco, CA
SATURDAY NOV 21 2009
WONDER-FullTM - Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJs SPINNA & BOBBITO (Paris)
Au Bataclan, 50 Boulevard Voltaire - Paris
Info: keistarproductions@gmail.com / www.keistar.net / www.djspinna.com
FRIDAY NOV 13 2009
Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJs SPINNA & BOBBITO (Los Angeles, CA - IV)
Where: The Vanguard, Los Angeles, CA
THURSDAY OCT 29 2009
*MAKE IT FUNKY! (IV)* - WE WANT THE FUNK...A PRE-HALLOWEEN FUNK FEST!!! THURSDAY 10.29.09 at Crash Mansion - 199 Bowery (bet Spring & Rivington Sts). DOORS 10PM-4AM / Admission $10 - REDUCED (w) Flyer-RSVP Or (w) FUNKY Gear / 21 & Over- ID Required
Spinning Funky JAMES BROWN Exclusives, Covers, JB Samples & Funky-Soulful Hits Of JBs' God Children i.e.; Parliament Funkadelic, FELA, Public Enemy, JACKSON 5, Sly & The Family Stone, THE ISLEY BROTHERS, Kool & The Gang, PRINCE, Labelle, RUFUS & CHAKA KHAN, Ohio Players, BT EXPRESS, Brass Construction, SKYY, Slave, CAMEO... Plus Afro Soul, Hip-Hop & More FUNK!!!
Info: keistarproductions@gmail.com / www.keistar.net / www.djspinna.com
SATURDAY OCT 24 2009
Stevie Wonder Tribute w/ DJs SPINNA & BOBBITO (Toronto, ON - II)
Where: Revival, Toronto, ON
SATURDAY SEPT 19 2009
MJ & PRINCE *SOUL SLAM (IV)* SATURDAY 9.19.09 at Mezzanine in San Francisco, CA. DJ SPINNA! THE ORIGINATOR of MJ & PRINCE Events Since 1999
FRIDAY SEPT 18 2009
MJ & PRINCE *SOUL SLAM (V)* FRIDAY 9.18.09 at The EchoPlex in Los Angeles, CA. DJ SPINNA! THE ORIGINATOR of MJ & PRINCE Events Since 1999
SUNDAY SEPT 6 2009
MJ & PRINCE *SOUL SLAM (XIV)* SUNDAY 9.6.09 Labor Day Weekend! DJ SPINNA! THE ORIGINATOR of MJ & PRINCE Events Since 1999
THURSDAYS (PAST)
JOURNEY every Thursday at Santos Party House in NYC - A Soulful Musical Ride with DJ SPINNA spinning soulful house afrobeat funk dance classics and MORE!
@ SANTOS 96 Lafayette Street (btwn Walker & White Streets) NYC 10013
DOORS 10PM-4AM / Admission $10 - FREE Before Midnight / 21 & Over- ID Required
*JOURNEY* Every Thursday @ Santos Party House
Directions To Santos A, C, E, J, M, Z, or 6 Trains To Canal Street) Or mapquest.com for Driving Directions
SATURDAY AUG 29 2009
Michael Jackson Birthday Celebration presented by Spike Lee in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY
DJ SPINNA ONLINE